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Can someone access a mounted TrueCrypt drive if they stole my laptop?

Fresh7 days ago
Mar 15, 20262581 views
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I'm using a TrueCrypt encrypted hard drive on my computer where I store all my work files. Usually, when I leave my laptop, I simply lock the Windows session but leave the TrueCrypt drive mounted. Now I'm wondering, if someone steals my laptop when it's in this state (i.e. TrueCrypt drive mounted b…

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Once a truecrypt drive is mounted it's 'available', so in your situation the only barrier between the drive and any would-be snooper is the locked Windows session - so your data is as secure as you make your Windows password. If you are really worri…

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